Driving is an engaging task that requires a driver’s full attention. In recent years, however, the rise of technology and the fast pace of life have led to a significant increase in distracted driving. This dangerous behavior can result in devastating consequences,...
Car Accidents
How a car accident injury could affect your mental health
There are strong links between physical health and mental health. Becoming depressed or otherwise mentally unwell can potentially manifest itself physically in many ways. Conversely, if you become physically injured, this can have profound effects on your mental...
Motorcycle safety tips for every ride
Defensive tactics have to be a priority for bikers. And educational campaigns continue to try to get across to other motorists to look for bikes. For the motorcyclist, there are things that need to be done before they even leave home. Safety has to continue onto the...
Assessing car accident head injuries in children
If you were involved in a car accident and a child was in the car at the time, it is likely that the well-being of the child will be your first concern. Young children are more vulnerable in a car accident because they are still growing and developing. Generally...
Would autonomous cars be safer?
Many people feel wary about the idea of autonomous or self-driving cars. They cannot shake the feeling that the computer could make a mistake and cause a deadly accident. Is a line of code really going to lead to the end of their life? Do they have to worry about...
5 major risk factors for teen drivers
Your teen, along with his or her friends, can legally get a driver's license at 16. That may feel way too young to you; as a parent, you still feel like it was only yesterday that you brought that little baby home from the hospital. But lawmakers have decided that...
Distracted driving is more than texting
You tell your children not to text and drive. You mention it every time either one of them, both teens, decides to leave the house. They roll their eyes, but you keep saying it. You also resolve never to do it yourself. You don't even check your messages at...
Florida car crashes injure thousands each year
Most of the time when you get into a motor vehicle, either as a passenger or a driver, you arrive at your destination safely. Every time you're in a car, truck, van or SUV, however, you risk the possibility of getting into a serious collision with another vehicle....
You have a good car accident injury claim. Here’s how to wreck it.
After suffering an injury in a car accident in Florida, most people know that they can file a claim for their injuries; either against their own insurance policy, the negligent party, or both. Most people want to know how much their injury or case is worth, but very...
Know what to do after a car accident – before it happens
No one gets behind the wheel of a car expecting to get into an accident. Statistically, though, most drivers will get into some type of wreck over the course of their driving lives. Although we do not like to think about it, Florida roads are increasingly congested,...